BlackCondor24

BlackCondor24 t1_jaf36tw wrote

I have the digital version of this. I really loved the first 2 seasons, but haven't had the time to play the rest. I will need to go back to it.

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BlackCondor24 t1_j3s06vt wrote

The exclusives is the primary reason to get a PS5 imo. If they don't interest you at all, then the Series X will provide you with a lot of the same features as the PS5. In fact, the majority of multiplatform games will be coming out for it, so it's not like you won't have anything to play. Especially now, when we're just getting into the 9th generation. If a lot of the exclusives appeal to you, you should get the PS5 instead. Even now, it's the greatest console I've ever used. And I've had a PS3 and PS4 Pro as well. But whether or not it's worth it for you, depends on the games.

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BlackCondor24 t1_j3bcj5l wrote

Motion controls in games, kind of died out during the PS3/360/Wii era. Whatever is left of that, evolved into VR which can be expensive. But the best console to ever do motion controls was and still is the Nintendo Wii. You can find one used and in good condition for cheap as well as the games. So go for that.

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BlackCondor24 t1_j2tsujj wrote

Depends on which console you're referring to. If it's retro, a Vita or another portable console with physical buttons is my choice. If it's a modern console, like the PS5, I'd just buy it instead of waiting years for an emulator to pop up.

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BlackCondor24 t1_j2tjyie wrote

It's never worth it to buy a console to play one game. Especially when that game is available on other platforms too. If you have the budget and you intend to play other games after, the PS5 is a fantastic machine. Otherwise, just wait for the Switch version of Hogwarts Legacy or get it on PC. If you still want to buy a new console and save money, the Xbox Series S is an option.

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BlackCondor24 t1_j2d28y8 wrote

The way I always answer this question, is THE GAMES! You are buying a video game console, for one simple reason: to play video games. Check the exclusives catalog for both consoles and try and make a list of games that appeal to you on both sides. If one side has more games listed than the other, that's the one you should get.

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BlackCondor24 t1_j2d1w5k wrote

A lot of Xbox One games (minus some exclusives) are on the PS4 as well. The PS5 is almost fully backwards compatible with PS4 games (physical and digital) that can be found super cheap, and it also plays newer PS5 games too.

So 400 bucks or not, you'll get way more mileage and value from the PS5 with access to 2 console libraries. Only, check if the price is legit. The PS5 is 550 new, and it's tough to find, so if this is true, it's a steal. If you prefer Xbox, the Series S and X will still give you more value than an Xbox One (again all the games from there are playable on the Series, plus some OG Xbox and 360 games).

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BlackCondor24 t1_j2d0z6z wrote

The PS4 has lasted longer than the PS3 did when it comes to AAA games. But that's because the PS4 is Sony's second most succesful console after the PS2. And since the PS5 came out during the pandemic, it's still quite a bit hard to find, though less so over the last year. There are still some PS5 Exclusive games released (Ratched and Clank: Rift Apart, Demon's Souls Remake, Returnal), and upcoming ones (Spider-Man 2, Wolverine). So we'll get there.

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BlackCondor24 t1_j2d0q1i wrote

Hardware wise, yes, absolutely. But the biggest major downgrade is that you cannot play physical games or resell any games from your library as they will all be digital on the Series S. There's also the fact that the PS exclusives are way better imo. Also the Series S is underpowered compared to the Series X or the PS5. So if any of this matters to you, I recommend getting the Series X if you want an Xbox, and the PS5 if you want to stick with Sony.

As someone who very recently upgraded from PS4 Pro to PS5, I can say the 5 is the best console I've ever owned and used so far (I've had a PS3 Slim and PS4 Pro in the past).

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BlackCondor24 t1_j2b8apl wrote

Don't buy a new console for a sports game that comes out every year. Check if there are any other games that interest you on it in the long run. Otherwise it isn't worth it.

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BlackCondor24 t1_j1aw2mw wrote

In my country, there's a site called OLX. It's for reselling stuff. A bit like Ebay in America, but less shady I guess. I've bought and sold many things there over the last couple years. I put it up for like 2-3 hours and had someone interested. So I shipped it to them and in order for them to take it home from the courier's office, they need to pay the money we agreed on and then I take the money from the local office near me. It's clean and simple.

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BlackCondor24 t1_j18fh1i wrote

The Steam Deck is more powerfull but more expensive. But the Switch also has a decent library for a lower price. If any Nintendo franchises interest you, and your on a tight budget, the Switch will be fine for you. But if you don't care about the money and want the better thing, Steam Deck is the way to go.

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BlackCondor24 t1_j183dkr wrote

It depends on what games interest you and if anything about your current system bothers you. For example, I sold my PS4 Pro yesterday and ordered a PS5 which I'm currently waiting to be delivered. Why? Because I really hate how loud my PS4 Pro was. Even after a clean and thermal paste replacement, if I play something like God of War 2018, it still sounds like a jet. Plus I managed to sell it while it still had some value and shed off half the price of the PS5. In terms of games, you can still wait. I can't say anything about Xbox.

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BlackCondor24 OP t1_j132m1e wrote

I beat the original from 2018. And lucky for me I woke up this morning and found that a PS5 disc edition bundle with Ragnarok is in Stock. So I got that. Will be delivered by 30.12. It's actually surprising that it's a physical copy and not a code. I guess it depends on country and region.

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BlackCondor24 OP t1_j10c4ce wrote

I have left Forbidden West out intentionally because there was a DLC announced recently. They'll probably put out a Complete Edition like with the first game (which I have). That's when I'll buy it.

I've already played Ghost of Tsushima on PS4, including the expansion and sold my copy. Will get the PS5 version again, down the line.

Kena Bridge of Spirts, I already own on Steam, so no need to buy it again.

Elden Ring, is a question mark because as I said, I haven't played any Souls games. Would this be a better entry point than Demon's Souls Remake?

As I stated, in one of my other comments, I distinctly stopped on these 3 games, because they are PS5 exclusives. I want to see which of the 3 would give me the best "next-gen" experience (which is now current)

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BlackCondor24 OP t1_j10adht wrote

I know. It still sucks, but at least it's not as bad as it used to be. A decent number of people have their hands on the console already, so I'm glad I don't have to wait months in between stock supply to get it. As for, the recommendation, I can agree Insomniac have built a good name for themselves. But I'm curious, what exactly did you not like about Returnal?

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